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Chris Rock made his fourth appearance as host on “Saturday Night Live,” and he didn’t hold back in his opening monologue. With the familiar backdrop of Studio 8H, adorned for Christmas, Rock humorously addressed a variety of current events, including the recent political happenings involving President Biden and his son Hunter. Rock began his seven-minute monologue by commenting on the chaotic landscape of today’s news. “There’s a lot going on in the news, my God, it’s so crazy out there,” he remarked, setting the tone for a night filled with humor and observations. One of the focal points of Rock’s…

A judge in Georgia expressed strong disapproval of a mother accused of fatally stabbing her 13-month-old daughter. During the sentencing, Cherokee County Chief Superior Court Judge Ellen McElyea described the crime as “heinous” and “unfathomable.” “You did a horrible thing,” Judge McElyea told 24-year-old Chloe Driver on her sentencing day. She emphasized that the graphic details of the case were so upsetting that she sought support for the jurors involved. McElyea spoke about the deep moral violation of a parent harming their child, stating that such an act offends our basic understanding of human relationships and trust. Driver was sentenced…

Cynthia Erivo is no stranger to hard work and dedication. At a recent screening of Wicked in Los Angeles, the talented actress shared insights about the personal sacrifices she made to portray Elphaba in the highly anticipated film. During a Q&A session, Erivo opened up about how she often prioritizes her physical and mental challenges over rest. At 37 years old, she admitted that while filming Wicked, her sleep schedule was not ideal, with some nights amounting to less than three hours of sleep. "I consciously seek out experiences that challenge me both physically and mentally," Erivo explained. She emphasized…

The Milwaukee Bucks have officially secured their spot in the NBA Cup championship game after a hard-fought victory against the Atlanta Hawks, winning 110-102 in the semifinals held on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. This win propels the Bucks into the title match, where they will face either the Oklahoma City Thunder or the Houston Rockets on Tuesday night. Star player Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered an impressive performance, just a hair short of a triple-double, scoring 32 points while grabbing 14 rebounds and dishing out 9 assists. He was notably efficient, making 10 of his 15 shooting attempts. Damian…

Trump Names Devin Nunes Chair of Intelligence Advisory Board In a significant appointment, President-elect Donald Trump has selected Devin Nunes, the CEO of Truth Social and former Republican Congressman from California, to lead his Intelligence Advisory Board. This announcement came on Saturday through a post on Truth Social, Trump’s own social media platform. The Intelligence Advisory Board is a vital advisory body that will provide the president with insights regarding the effectiveness of the United States intelligence community. It is composed of notable citizens who are not part of the federal government, allowing for fresh perspectives on national security matters.…

President-elect Donald Trump recently made headlines by commenting on the ongoing drone sightings in New Jersey. Utilizing social media, he created a humorous meme that parodied former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, illustrating him enjoying McDonald’s meals delivered by drones. This move reflects the often contentious relationship between the two men. Trump, who is set to assume office in just over a month, shared the meme on platforms such as Truth Social and X, poking fun at Christie’s weight. Their relationship has taken a notable downturn since Christie endorsed Trump in 2016, only to later criticize him harshly during his…

HUNTINGTON, W.V. — Marshall University has decided not to participate in the upcoming Independence Bowl following a significant coaching change and the resulting exodus of many players into the transfer portal. Initially scheduled to face Army on December 28 in Shreveport, Louisiana, the Thundering Herd (10-3) will not compete, leading to Louisiana Tech being matched up against Army instead. The university cited concerns about falling below a roster minimum deemed medically safe as the reason for their withdrawal. Just last weekend, the Herd celebrated a triumphant victory over Louisiana-Lafayette, securing the Sun Belt Conference Championship for the first time in…

Cornelia Huetter from Austria has made history by winning the inaugural women’s World Cup downhill race at the Birds of Prey course in Beaver Creek, Colorado. She completed the challenging course in a time of 1 minute, 32.38 seconds, edging out Italy’s Sofia Goggia by a narrow 0.16 seconds. Lara Gut-Behrami from Switzerland claimed third place. Huetter, the current World Cup downhill champion, faced daunting obstacles as she navigated through the steep, bumpy terrain, reaching impressive speeds of nearly 79 mph. Despite some pre-race jitters, she managed to stay focused and maintain her racing line, which ultimately led her to…

A former wife of a doctor in Los Angeles has been taken into custody for allegedly being involved in his “ambush-style” murder, along with four other suspects. On December 12, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) announced the arrest of 53-year-old Ahang Mirshojae, who is suspected of killing her ex-husband, Dr. Hamid Mirshojae, aged 61. He was shot in August. On the same day, 46-year-old Shawn Randolph was also arrested on suspicion of murder. Two other suspects, Evan Hardman, 41, and Sarallah Jawed, 26, were taken into custody and charged with murder with special circumstances on December 10 and 11,…

Travis Timmerman, a 29-year-old man from Missouri, recently made headlines after being found in Syria, where he had been imprisoned for several months. His journey began as a spiritual pilgrimage to Damascus, but it swiftly turned into a harrowing experience that drew significant media attention. Timmerman had crossed into Syria earlier this year. According to reports, he was initially reported missing while in Hungary, and it was a surprise to many that he had made his way to Syria. His emergence came just as thousands of detainees were being released from prisons following a recent change in leadership in Syria,…